BIOL 252 Molecular Genetics

Prerequisite: BIOL 111 with a C or better (within the past 5 years); MATH 095 with a C or better or qualifying score on placement test; placement into ENG 099 or higher3 lectures per week; 3 hrs transfer creditThis course provides an introduction to the principles of genetics including Mendelian genetics, population genetics, evolutionary genetics, and mechanisms of gene regulation. There is an emphasis on use of molecular biology and genetics in biotechnology including: comparative genomics, drug development, microarray analysis, RNAi, and use of computer prediction and modeling tools.